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531 Vernon Drive Se, Cedar Rapids, IA 52403

Listing By: Rocky Visser - SKOGMAN REALTY 319-560-3182iacraor Realty.com
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4 Beds
3 Baths
2,530 Sq Ft

*** ACCEPTED OFFER as of 7/28/2020 ***If you are looking for a classic SE charming home, look no further than 531 Vernon Drive SE. This two story is nestled on a corner lot in the popular Vernon Heights community, where there are plenty of beautiful mature trees lining the streets. Enter the front door and step into the great room that is complete with a fireplace and craftsman style bookshelves. Continue on into the sunroom and enjoy all of the windows and natural daylight. The perfect place for a home office. The formal dining room also features a craftsman style built in buffet that is typical of many homes of this era. Wood floors grace the main living area of the home and continue throughout the upstairs. As you venture up to the second floor you will see two bedrooms plus a large primary suite that has it's own sunroom making it the perfect place for a private retreat. On the third floor there is a bonus room that would make for a great play room or art studio. The homeowners have maintained this home for many years and have made some great improvements. One of them being a spacious garage. It can comfortably fit up to 3 or 4 cars if needed, or a parceled off fitness area. Another notable feature of this home is the newly installed Hardie plank siding. Not only does it add to the curb appeal, but it is durable and gives the home years of protection and low maintenance. A lovely home for buyers who want to be conveniently located within minutes of downtown, NewBo, shopping, restaurants, parks and trails.

  • MLS# 2004318
  • Date Listed06/11/2020
  • Bedrooms 4
  • Bathrooms 2 Full baths, 1 Half baths
  • Lot Size 0.27 acres (11,761 sq. ft)
  • Sewer Public Sewer
  • Property Type Single Family
  • County Linn
  • Year Built 1917
  • Water Public
  • Square Feet 2,530 sq. ft
  • Price Per Sq. Ft $102.37

Interior Features

  • Appliances Dryer, Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Water Heater, Range, Water Softener Rented, Washer
  • Cooling Central Air
  • Heating Fireplace Insert, Natural Gas, Forced Air

Exterior / Lot Features

  • Roof -
  • Lot Size Acres 0.27
  • Lot Size SQFT 11,761.20
  • Lot Features -

Directions

Mt Vernon Rd N on Vernon Dr Se or 19th St, E on 5th Ave SE, Rt on Vernon Dr

Financial Considerations

  • Tax Amount $4,675
  • Terms Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan

Nearby Schools

Source: School Digger

Grant Wood Elementary School

Public • PK - 5 • Serves this home

0.53 mi

Distance

Prairie Early Childhood Center

Public • PK - KG

2.56 mi

Distance

Taylor Elementary School

Public • PK - 5

3.27 mi

Distance

Kenwood Leadership Academy

Public • PK - 5

4.16 mi

Distance

Wright Elementary School

Public • PK - 5

4.48 mi

Distance

Jackson Elementary School

Public • PK - 5

6.24 mi

Distance

Cedar Rapids Virtual Academy - Elementary

Public • PK - 5

6.25 mi

Distance

Longfellow Elementary School

Public • PK - 2

6.71 mi

Distance

Hiawatha Elementary School

Public • PK - 5

6.92 mi

Distance

Hoover Elementary School

Public • PK - 5

6.93 mi

Distance

Mckinley Middle School

Public • 6 - 8 • Serves this home

1.67 mi

Distance

Franklin Middle School

Public • 6 - 8

2.16 mi

Distance

Prairie Creek

Public • 5 - 6

2.34 mi

Distance

Wilson Middle School

Public • 6 - 8

3.74 mi

Distance

Roosevelt Middle School

Public • 6 - 8

3.9 mi

Distance

Harding Middle School

Public • 6 - 8

5.24 mi

Distance

Vernon Middle School

Public • 5 - 8

5.87 mi

Distance

Cedar Rapids Virtual Academy - Middle School

Public • 6 - 8

6.25 mi

Distance

Francis Marion Intermediate School

Public • 3 - 4

6.26 mi

Distance

Metro High School

Public • 9 - 12

1.25 mi

Distance

George Washington High School

Public • 9 - 12 • Serves this home

2.23 mi

Distance

Thomas Jefferson High School

Public • 9 - 12

5 mi

Distance

Marion High School

Public • 9 - 12

5.47 mi

Distance

John F Kennedy High School

Public • 9 - 12

6.05 mi

Distance

Linn-mar High School

Public • 9 - 12

7.69 mi

Distance

Cedar Valley Christian School

Private • PK - 12

2.98 mi

Distance

Isaac Newton Christian Academy

Private • PK - 12

3.23 mi

Distance

Xavier High School

Private • 09 - 12

8.04 mi

Distance

Sales & Tax History

Source: Public Records

Date Event Price
10/20/2020 Sold $250,000.00
Street Address Beds Baths Sold Date List Price Valuation Date Valuation Price
815 20th Street SE | Listing 3 1 Nov 27, 2025 $122,000 Mar 21, 2024 $135,886
513 Vernon Drive SE | Listing 7 6 Nov 27, 2025 $579,900 Mar 21, 2024 $706,120
1920 Ridgeway Drive SE 4 4 Nov 27, 2025 $430,000 Dec 18, 2025 -
805 19th Street SE 3 2 Nov 27, 2025 $149,900 Dec 18, 2025 -
2001 5th Ave. SE | Listing 4 3 Nov 27, 2025 $291,500 Mar 21, 2024 $280,221
820 19th Street SE | Listing 3 2 Nov 27, 2025 $92,777 Mar 21, 2024 $101,555
834 20th Street SE | Listing 3 2 Nov 27, 2025 $175,000 Mar 21, 2024 $145,305
850 20th Street SE 3 2 Nov 27, 2025 $119,900 Dec 18, 2025 -
1922 Higley Avenue SE | Listing 2 2 Nov 27, 2025 $109,900 Mar 21, 2024 $120,825
861 20th Street 3 1 Nov 27, 2025 $89,500 Dec 18, 2025 -

Population & Environment

Source: Sperling's Best Places

Walkability in IA / 52403

Source: Walkscore

37/100

Car-Dependent

Walk Score ®

21/100

Minimal Transit

Transit Score ®

36/100

Bikable

Bike Score ®

Overview

Most errands require a car. It is possible to get on a bus. Minimal bike infrastructure.

Transit Summary

4 nearby routes: 4 bus, 0 rail, 0 other

Walkability averages in the surrounding area

The average walkability score in the surrounding area is Walk Score: 28/100, Transit Score: 14/100, Bike Score: 34/100.

Points of Interest near 531 Vernon Drive SE, Cedar Rapids, IA 52403

Frequently Asked Questions for 531 Vernon Drive SE

Source: Realty.com

531 Vernon Drive SE, Cedar Rapids, IA 52403 is a Single Family 2,530 sq. ft. home listed for sale. Realty.com has 29 photos available of this 4 bed, 3 bath house, listed at $259,000. View sales and tax history, use our mortgage calculator and more on Realty.com

Realty.com has 29 photos of 531 Vernon Drive SE.

Our records indicate that 531 Vernon Drive SE was built in 1917.

The full address for this home is 531 Vernon Drive SE, Cedar Rapids, IA 52403.

531 Vernon Drive SE has been listed on Realty.com since Thu June 11, 2020

Most errands require a car. It is possible to get on a bus. Minimal bike infrastructure.

The average walkability score in the surrounding area is Walk Score: 28/100, Transit Score: 14/100, Bike Score: 34/100.

There are 3 schools assigned to this home. Check out the schools near 531 Vernon Drive SE. Grant Wood Elementary School (Grades: PK - 5), Mckinley Middle School (Grades: 6 - 8), George Washington High School (Grades: 9 - 12)

Listing provided courtesy of: Skogman Realty (tel: 319-366-6427)
Listing agent: Rocky Visser (tel: 319-560-3182) (#chipokasrock121)

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